Old engraving Tombs of the Dukes of Burgundy Dijon, retro vintage art

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Description

This work is an antique engraving presented with a mat, precisely depicting the tombs of the Dukes of Burgundy in Dijon. The central image shows an overall view of the funerary hall, richly decorated with sculptures and wall paintings, with particular attention paid to architectural and ornamental restitution. The drawing is in black and white, offering a detailed rendering of the Gothic motifs and the structure of the tomb, surrounded by a finely crafted balustrade.

The engraving is mounted on a wide, fine-textured cream mat, which shows some visible moisture marks on the left side and discreet marks on the bottom right. The work itself is intact, with no tears or apparent stains on the illustrated surface. Below the image, there is the printed caption "Tombeaux des ducs de Bourgogne à Dijon" (Tombs of the Dukes of Burgundy in Dijon), accompanied by engraved signatures at the bottom left ("Arletz") and right ("F. Angelet"), attesting to the authenticity and provenance of the piece.

The graphic style and technique used evoke the illustrative productions of the late 19th or early 20th century, with fine cross-hatching work and a meticulous composition, typical of documentary engravings intended for publication or wall decoration. The scene highlights the splendor and richness of Burgundian heritage, enhanced by the meticulousness of the line and the balance of the architectural composition.

The whole is enhanced by a presentation on an easel, in a historical room itself, which emphasizes the decorative and patrimonial character of the object. The engraving, by its subject and its execution, constitutes an artistic and historical testimony to medieval funerary art and ancient illustration.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The mat shows signs of moisture and some marks of use, visible on the edges. The engraving itself remains in good visual condition, with no major tears or stains on the illustrated area.

Did you know? The tombs of the Dukes of Burgundy, located in the former Chartreuse de Champmol in Dijon, are considered masterpieces of 15th-century funerary sculpture. They were created by major artists such as Claus Sluter and Jean de Marville, and are now preserved in the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Dijon.

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Keywords: antique engraving, retro illustration, decorative wall art, Dijon tombs, Burgundy, lithography, historical drawing, vintage decoration, heritage engraving, black and white print, antique engraving, old wall decoration